Administrator, Special Education/Student Programs and Services (22-1893) *Riverside* at Riverside County Office of Education
About the Employer
The Riverside County Office of Education (RCOE) is a service agency supporting the county’s 23 school districts that serve nearly 430,000 students. RCOE provides administrative support to districts, leads programs for preschool, special education, pregnant minor, corrections, migrant, and vocational students, and offers professional training, support and resources for teachers, administrators, and staff throughout Riverside County. www.rcoe.us
Job Summary
Job Summary
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Requirements / Qualifications
POSITION DESCRIPTION: The job of Administrator, Special Education, Student Programs & Services (SPS), is responsible for assisting in the planning, implementing, administering, and maintaining assigned special education programs; serving as a resource on special education curriculum and program operations to school personnel and school districts; and maintaining staffing to ensure that the program objectives are achieved within budget. The position of Special Education Administrator provides support and technical assistance in the areas of special education leadership, program development, school wide change, school culture and professional learning community development as well as other duties assigned. The position is under the general supervision of the Special Education Executive Director as well as the Assistant Superintendent for Student Programs and Services. The position supervises teachers, instructional aides, and related clerical and professional staff. This position is designated as a certificated management position and is part of the Management Leadership Team. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: A minimum of two (2) years of successful special education teaching experience and at least three (3) years of administrative experience, including principal level, which would demonstrate exposure to and utilization of required skills, knowledge and abilities in performing job-related duties and responsibilities in a K-12 public education setting. REQUIRED EDUCATION: Master’s degree from an accredited college/university is required. Doctorate degree is desirable.
These documents are required upon hire: Valid CA Driver's License, physical (if required), proof of required education, TB, Fingerprint clearance, and proof of COVID-19 vaccination may be required as per Public Health Order. RCOE will engage in an interactive process for new hires with valid medical or religious exemption requests as related to the COVID-19 vaccination. *********************************************************************** RECRUITMENT PROCESS *********************************************************************** PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE FOLLOWING: Once this position closes, your application will be screened for minimum qualifications. Incomplete or inaccurate applications WILL NOT be considered. If you have not attached all required materials, please update your applicant profile; go to EdJoin.org to attach documents relevant to this position by the closing date/time in order to be considered. If you experience difficulties with your application or attaching documents, you must notify Personnel Services at (951) 826-6666 prior to the position closing. All incomplete applications will be removed from further consideration. *Application must be filled out completely (no blank spaces)* CERTIFICATES/CREDENTIALS/LICENSES: • Possession of a valid California Teaching Credential • Possession of an Administrative Services Credential appropriate for K-12 public school administration • Valid California Driver’s License REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: A complete application must meet the criteria listed below and must have the following documentation attached to your online EdJoin application prior to the position closing date/time:
- Credential Copy (Valid California Teaching Credential and Administrative Services Credential appropriate for K-12 public school administration)
- Letter of Introduction (Letter is required to be specific to this position)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two original signed letters of recommendation are required to be dated within the last two years prior to the date of submission. Electronic or unsigned letters are not acceptable. One letter from a supervisor is preferred but not required)
- Resume (Must be current and consistent with your EdJoin application/Record of Work Experience)
Requirements / Qualifications
POSITION DESCRIPTION: The job of Administrator, Special Education, Student Programs & Services (SPS), is responsible for assisting in the planning, implementing, administering, and maintaining assigned special education programs; serving as a resource on special education curriculum and program operations to school personnel and school districts; and maintaining staffing to ensure that the program objectives are achieved within budget. The position of Special Education Administrator provides support and technical assistance in the areas of special education leadership, program development, school wide change, school culture and professional learning community development as well as other duties assigned. The position is under the general supervision of the Special Education Executive Director as well as the Assistant Superintendent for Student Programs and Services. The position supervises teachers, instructional aides, and related clerical and professional staff. This position is designated as a certificated management position and is part of the Management Leadership Team. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: A minimum of two (2) years of successful special education teaching experience and at least three (3) years of administrative experience, including principal level, which would demonstrate exposure to and utilization of required skills, knowledge and abilities in performing job-related duties and responsibilities in a K-12 public education setting. REQUIRED EDUCATION: Master’s degree from an accredited college/university is required. Doctorate degree is desirable.
These documents are required upon hire: Valid CA Driver's License, physical (if required), proof of required education, TB, Fingerprint clearance, and proof of COVID-19 vaccination may be required as per Public Health Order. RCOE will engage in an interactive process for new hires with valid medical or religious exemption requests as related to the COVID-19 vaccination. *********************************************************************** RECRUITMENT PROCESS *********************************************************************** PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE FOLLOWING: Once this position closes, your application will be screened for minimum qualifications. Incomplete or inaccurate applications WILL NOT be considered. If you have not attached all required materials, please update your applicant profile; go to EdJoin.org to attach documents relevant to this position by the closing date/time in order to be considered. If you experience difficulties with your application or attaching documents, you must notify Personnel Services at (951) 826-6666 prior to the position closing. All incomplete applications will be removed from further consideration. *Application must be filled out completely (no blank spaces)* CERTIFICATES/CREDENTIALS/LICENSES: • Possession of a valid California Teaching Credential • Possession of an Administrative Services Credential appropriate for K-12 public school administration • Valid California Driver’s License REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: A complete application must meet the criteria listed below and must have the following documentation attached to your online EdJoin application prior to the position closing date/time:
- Credential Copy (Valid California Teaching Credential and Administrative Services Credential appropriate for K-12 public school administration)
- Letter of Introduction (Letter is required to be specific to this position)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two original signed letters of recommendation are required to be dated within the last two years prior to the date of submission. Electronic or unsigned letters are not acceptable. One letter from a supervisor is preferred but not required)
- Resume (Must be current and consistent with your EdJoin application/Record of Work Experience)
Comments and Other Information
Please include a valid e-mail address in your EdJoin profile. All notifications regarding this recruitment will be sent via e-mail. It is recommended that you add “edjoin.org” as a trusted sender to your e-mail account.
Fringe Benefits: All regular positions (20 hours or more per week) are eligible for health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance up to the cap amount. Dependents are covered under health, vision and dental.
This organization complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Persons who may need some accommodations in the hiring process should contact the Personnel office. This organization is drug-free and tobacco-free workplace.
RCOE does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ancestry, color, mental or physical disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, medical information, military or veteran status, nationality, immigration status, political affiliation, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment.
For any questions, concerns, or to file a complaint regarding discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment), bullying, or Title IX, contact RCOE’s Title IX Coordinator: Dr. Heather Williams, Executive Director, Personnel Services, P. O. Box 868, Riverside, CA 92502-0868; hwilliams@rcoe.us; (951) 826-6673.
Candidates shall be required to submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal U.S. residence if hired. Minimum age limit is (a) 18 or (b) 16 with either a work permit, high school diploma, or High School Certificate of Proficiency.
Comments and Other Information
Please include a valid e-mail address in your EdJoin profile. All notifications regarding this recruitment will be sent via e-mail. It is recommended that you add “edjoin.org” as a trusted sender to your e-mail account.
Fringe Benefits: All regular positions (20 hours or more per week) are eligible for health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance up to the cap amount. Dependents are covered under health, vision and dental.
This organization complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Persons who may need some accommodations in the hiring process should contact the Personnel office. This organization is drug-free and tobacco-free workplace.
RCOE does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ancestry, color, mental or physical disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, medical information, military or veteran status, nationality, immigration status, political affiliation, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment.
For any questions, concerns, or to file a complaint regarding discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment), bullying, or Title IX, contact RCOE’s Title IX Coordinator: Dr. Heather Williams, Executive Director, Personnel Services, P. O. Box 868, Riverside, CA 92502-0868; hwilliams@rcoe.us; (951) 826-6673.
Candidates shall be required to submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal U.S. residence if hired. Minimum age limit is (a) 18 or (b) 16 with either a work permit, high school diploma, or High School Certificate of Proficiency.
Application Deadline
1/14/2022 3:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
12/17/2021
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
Master's degree: $125,980.00 - $ 165,182.00 Annually ($1,200 Annual Doctorate Stipend)
Length of Work Year
223 Days/12 Months
Employment Type
Full Time
Recruitment Number
22-1893
Location
RCOE - Main
Department
Special Education
Division
Student Programs and Services
Hours
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.